2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 748 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Avalanche | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
